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BioNSW and AusBiotech sign MoU to Deepen Collaboration BioNSW, a rapidly growing not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to harnessing the full potential of the New South Wales Life Sciences sector, has formalised a new partnership with AusBiotech, Australia’s national industry body representing more than 3,000 life sciences members. The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) represents a significant step forward in promoting a connected and thriving biotechnology ecosystem across NSW and beyond. The partnership underscores a shared commitment to catalysing innovation, investment, and skills development across the sector. Together, BioNSW and AusBiotech will work to amplify the strengths of NSW’s biotechnology industry, accelerating cross-sector collaboration and promoting growth.      Brad Walsh, Acting Chair and Co-Founder of BioNSW, said:    “As Acting Chair and Co-Founder of BioNSW, I’m delighted to see the formalisation of this partnership with AusBiotech, a key step forward in strengthening the biotechnology ecosystem across New South Wales and beyond.  "The NSW LifeSciences Sector is significant in size and importance with the largest number of Biotech companies amongst the Australian states and territories – with the sector having doubled in size over the last 7 years. "BioNSW is committed to amplifying the voice of our local Life Sciences organisations across all regions of NSW, ensuring that the unique needs and opportunities of the State’s Life Sciences community are well-represented at every level. This partnership with the national peak body AusBiotech underscores our role as a vital advocate, connecting businesses, fostering innovation, and promoting growth.  “By working together with AusBiotech, BioNSW is excited to help drive the development of a thriving, connected biotechnology sector in NSW, positioning the state as a leader in the global bio-economy.” Established in 2023 as a Not-for-Profit Organisation, BioNSW is led by an experienced Cross-Sector Board and supported by a group of Expert Committees covering areas ranging from Biotech, MedTech, Digital Health through to Manufacturing, Commercialisation and Investment.     #bionsw #ausbiotech #lifesciences #innovation #partnerships #NSW #collaboration #growth

BioNSW are thrilled to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AusBiotech! This collaboration marks a significant milestone as we continue to expand our reach and strengthen partnerships within the Life Sciences sector. BioNSW has been growing rapidly, and this MoU is an important step in building on our existing agreements with key industry players, including BioMelbourne, Life Sciences Queensland, ARCS and Pathology Technology Australia. This partnership with AusBiotech will help us accelerate our plans for the NSW Life Sciences ecosystem, supporting growth and innovation well into 2025 and beyond. We look forward to what the future holds as we continue to drive progress in the life sciences sector! #BioNSW #LifeSciences #Innovation #Partnerships #AusBiotech #NSW #Collaboration #Healthcare #Biotech #Growth

Leadership Update from BioNSW It is with mixed emotions that the Board of BioNSW announces that Anthony Murray, our inaugural Chairman, has returned to the United Kingdom for personal reasons. Anthony, along with his co-founder Brad Walsh, played a pivotal role in the establishment of BioNSW and was a driving force behind our successful first year. His leadership, vision, and passion for the life sciences sector have made a lasting impact on BioNSW’s growth and direction.   As Anthony transitions, Brad Walsh will step into the role of Acting Chairman. Brad shared, "On behalf of the BioNSW Board of Directors, I want to express our sincere thanks to Anthony for his dedication and leadership. We wish him all the best in the UK and look forward to welcoming him back to NSW in the future."   BioNSW is a membership organisation dedicated to catalysing life sciences innovation by connecting, promoting, and representing the companies and professionals of NSW. We look forward to continuing to build on the strong foundation that Anthony helped lay and working together with our members to drive progress in the sector.   #LeadershipTransition #LifeSciences #Innovation #BioNSW #BoardAnnouncement

BioNSW welcomes yesterday's announcement by the Minister for Industry and Science, the Hon. Ed Husic MP, and the Minister for Education, the Hon. Jason Clare MP of the Terms of Reference for the Strategic Examination of Australia's R&D Performance (which had been foreshadowed in the May 2024 Federal Budget). BioNSW also congratulates the R&D Review Chair (Robyn Denholm) and the Review Panelists (Dr Kate Cornick, Emeritus Professor Ian Chubb AC and Professor Fiona Wood AO) on their appointments to this important Review.   This Strategic Examination will assess the economic growth and productivity benefits from Australia's R&D Performance - with its findings due to be reported by the end of 2025.   With Medical Science being an important national priority, BioNSW is supportive of recognising, strengthening and maximising opportunities for keeping R&D value on shore for longer – for the benefit of Australia and Australians. BioNSW are a Not-for-Profit Organisation dedicated to harnessing the full potential of the NSW Life Sciences sector and catalysing innovation, investment, skills and jobs for economic growth, prosperity and a healthier community.   More information on the Strategic Examination of R&D Review and Panelists can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ggdhqREW

Join us at the Joint BioNSW BioMelbourne Network event in Sydney on Friday December 6. An insightful free event exploring the latest innovations in targeted drug delivery systems. Discover advances in nasal, pulmonary, ophthalmic, and dermal drug delivery for more effective and patient-centered treatment solutions. Speakers from Aptara, AbInitio and Encap Solutions #drugdelivery #biotechnology #BioNSW

BioNSW was recently invited by Foley to provide a briefing to the visiting Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation trade mission on opportunities for collaboration with NSW Life Sciences organisations. This productive briefing with WEDC provided another chance for BioNSW to promote the strength and diversity of the NSW Life Science ecosystem - and to learn more about potential partners in the Wisconsin BioHealth sector. BioNSW helps catalyse Life Sciences innovation by Connecting, Promoting and Representing the companies and professionals of NSW.

BioNSW is proud to see today's announcement of the appointment of one of our Non-Executive Directors, Kathy Connell, GAICD to the Board of Directors of Opthea

Last night BioNSW had the pleasure of joining with ARCS Australia and AusBiotech to host a memorable End of Year get together in North Sydney for the NSW Life Sciences Sector. With almost 300 people registering to attend it was an important indication of the strength and connectivity of the NSW Life Sciences Sector - as well as the value of ongoing collaboration with our other key partners. BioNSW is an ambitious Not-For-Profit Organisation dedicated to supporting the growth of the NSW Life Sciences Sector.

The recent visit of the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, was a special opportunity for the Children's Medical Research Institute (one of BioNSW Corporate Members) to showcase the research contributions of the NSW Life Sciences Sector.